In Melbourne next February, just go for a big studio if you're gonna stay.
To be honest, the level of happiness really goes up when you have everything: furniture, appliances, and all bills included. Plus, the space is quite spacious, and the cost-performance ratio is really high. The location is also spot-on, with a tram station right outside the apartment 🚃. However, you can also walk to the University of Melbourne and RMIT, so commuting to school is really convenient.